Taylor: Activity

Question 1

The science of making things fit people.

Answer 1

Ergonomics

Question 2

Foot drop is…

Answer 2

when you have difficulty lifting the front part of your foot. This may cause you to drag your foot when you walk.

Foot drop, also called drop foot, can be caused by a problem with the muscles, nerves, or anatomy of your foot or leg

Question 3

Planks don’t require joint movement or bending. Holding a plank for 30 seconds is this type exercise ____

Answer 3

Isometric

Question 4

Aerobic exercises like walking, running, hiking, swimming, skiing, and dancing are all considered ______ exercises.

Answer 4

Isotonic

Question 5

______ exercises are performed at a consistent speed, which can be increased as you progress. Leg extensions, shoulder presses, and bicep curls.

Answer 5

Isokinetic

Question 6

Orthopedics is …..

Treat:

Answer 6

a branch of surgery that deals with conditions of the musculoskeletal system

Spine diseases, Sports injuries, Degenerative diseases, Infections, Tumors, Congenital disorders, Musculoskeletal trauma

Question 7

Paresis
Plegia
Paralysis

Paralysis in which all voluntary movement is lost

Weakness or partial paralysis

No movement, typically more severe than paresis

Answer 7

Paresis:Weakness or partial paralysis

Paralysis:No movement, typically more severe than paresis

Plegia:Paralysis in which all voluntary movement is lost

Question 8

In _______, an outside force moves the muscles, such as a machine, another body part, or another person. For example, a therapist might move a limb or body part around a stiff joint, gently stretching muscles and reminding the patient how to move correctly

Answer 8

passive exercise

Question 9

Spasticity is ….

Answer 9

stiff or rigid muscles. It may also be called unusual tightness or increased muscle tone. Reflexes